DevOps Tech Lead Salary in the United States

How much does a DevOps Tech Lead make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a DevOps Tech Lead in the United States is $159,878 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $77.

However, a DevOps Tech Lead's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $176,516
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $152,537 to $168,587
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $145,853

Key Factors That Influence DevOps Tech Lead Salaries

A DevOps Tech Lead's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects DevOps Tech Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a DevOps Tech Lead's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $85,359
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $105,474
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $111,807
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $158,064
  • Expert (over 8 years): $126,379
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Statistician II less than 1 year $85,359
Statistician III 1-2 years $105,474
Statistician IV 2-4 years $111,807
DevOps Tech Lead 5-8 years $158,064
Managing Statistician over 8 years $126,379

Top Paying Cities for DevOps Tech Lead

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $201,654
  • San Francisco: $199,446
  • Oakland: $195,243

DevOps Tech Lead Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For DevOps Tech Lead roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, DevOps Tech Lead positions in Retail & Wholesale or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view DevOps Tech Lead as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a DevOps Tech Lead

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $239,817 $115.0 50%

How Education impacts a DevOps Tech Lead's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many DevOps Tech Lead professionals enter the field with a Bachelor's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a DevOps Tech Lead with a Bachelor's is between $148,642 and $161,255.

DevOps Tech Lead Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for DevOps Tech Lead
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.8%
High School 4%
Associate's Degree 0.8%
Bachelor's Degree 4%
Master's Degree or MBA 35.5%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 59.7%

DevOps Tech Lead Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a DevOps Tech Lead's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$152,537
Average $159,878/year
$168,587
$12,711
Average $13,323/month
$14,049
$2,933
Average $3,075/week
$3,242
$73
Average $77/hour
$81
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $168,587 $14,049 $3,242 $81
Average $159,878 $13,323 $3,075 $77
25th Percentile $152,537 $12,711 $2,933 $73

Most common benefits for DevOps Tech Lead

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for DevOps Tech Lead

Here are companies hiring for DevOps Tech Lead and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next DevOps Tech Lead Job

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FAQ about DevOps Tech Lead

1. What industry pays the highest salary for DevOps Tech Lead?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for DevOps Tech Lead roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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